Luke 12:42

Authorized King James Version

And the Lord said, Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his lord shall make ruler over his household, to give them their portion of meat in due season?

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
εἶπεν
G2036
said
to speak or say (by word or writing)
#2
δὲ
G1161
And
but, and, etc
#3
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
κύριος
G2962
his lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
#5
Τίς
G5101
Who
an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
#6
ἄρα
G687
therefore
#7
ἐστὶν
G2076
is
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
#8
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
πιστὸς
G4103
that faithful
objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful
#10
οἰκονόμος
G3623
steward
a house-distributor (i.e., manager), or overseer, i.e., an employee in that capacity; by extension, a fiscal agent (treasurer); figuratively, a preach
#11
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#12
φρόνιμος
G5429
wise
thoughtful, i.e., sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while g4680 denotes practical skill or acumen; and g4908 indicates rather inte
#13
ὃν
G3739
whom
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#14
καταστήσει
G2525
shall make ruler
to place down (permanently), i.e., (figuratively) to designate, constitute, convoy
#15
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
κύριος
G2962
his lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
#17
ἐπὶ
G1909
over
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
#18
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#19
θεραπείας
G2322
household
attendance (specially, medical, i.e., cure); figuratively and collectively, domestics
#20
αὐτοῦ
G846
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
#21
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#22
διδόναι
G1325
to give
to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
#23
ἐν
G1722
in
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#24
καιρῷ
G2540
due season
an occasion, i.e., set or proper time
#25
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#26
σιτομέτριον
G4620
them their portion of meat
a grain-measure, i.e., (by implication) ration (allowance of food)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Luke, this passage highlights covenant through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of faith connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about faith, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Luke.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood faith. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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